Kairouan, Tunisia 🇹🇳
#1503
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Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Kairouan is very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially for long-term stays in modest apartments or shared housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer inexpensive and fresh options, though imported goods can be pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap, making local travel affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment venues, but cultural sites and local events are low cost.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are generally affordable.
💱 Currency Stability
62%
Weight: 30
Tunisian Dinar has moderate stability but can be affected by regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds can be inconsistent; fiber is limited outside major cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist; digital nomads often work from cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies and is not always reliable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Kairouan is not a well-known destination among digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable for tourists.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
73%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a slower pace, suitable for balancing work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality but some urban pollution; natural surroundings are pleasant.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is moderate; some areas may have litter and less maintenance.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Arabic and French are dominant; English is not widely spoken, which can pose challenges.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Air quality is acceptable but can be affected by dust and occasional pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Basic family amenities exist but limited international schools or child-focused activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
58%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; for advanced care, travel to larger cities is needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited specialist availability locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
84%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters; mostly sunny and dry.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional earthquakes but rare.
🏞️ Green Spaces
43%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread in all accommodations or public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with hot summers and cooler winters, but limited variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; some areas near markets or traffic can be noisy.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
89%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
67%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby natural sites and desert landscapes, but limited urban outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Arabic and French exist but are not widely promoted for foreigners.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and local experiences focused on history and crafts.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Traditional Tunisian cuisine is flavorful and affordable; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios in the city.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is widely available; healthy eating possible but depends on local markets.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+1 time zone is convenient for European clients and some overlap with US East Coast.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those that do have basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Emerging but small startup ecosystem centered mostly in Tunis.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available but limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited infrastructure for crypto use.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Tunis, about 150 km away; limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Local buses available but infrequent and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Historic center is walkable but infrastructure outside is less pedestrian-friendly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are limited; taxis are more common.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads can be unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Buses and trains connect Kairouan to other cities but services are basic.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well, with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages occur but generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain for many nationalities; stays up to 90 days.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but some restrictions and self-censorship exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political unrest can occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Kairouan digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for travelers; petty crime exists but violent crime is rare.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require some caution, especially for solo female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some social conservatism and occasional discrimination.